On an average weekday, the 56 carries 11,706 passengers, making it the 16th busiest route in the SEPTA system.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 is a significant day for public transportation in the Delaware Valley.
Beginning Wednesday, February 19, 2020, customers with SEPTA Key cards and SEPTA Key Senior ID Cards will need to tap-to-exit at designated turnstiles at Penn Medicine Station.
Beginning February 24, 2020, increased frequency on weeknights.
Riding the El is the perfect way to view A Love Letter for You, a series of murals by artist Steve Powers.
Philadelphia has long been known as an important center for African American history and culture.
Starting Wednesday, February 5, 2020, customers with SEPTA Key cards and SEPTA Key Senior ID Cards will tap-to-exit at designated turnstiles in Suburban Station.
On a typical weekday, Route 40 carries over 6,700 passengers over the course of 145 trips. In 2020, it is scheduled to travel 496,770 miles.